For Kids

An Interview with Sherry

Do you have a school project due and need to interview an author? Here’s a little bit about me and my writing.

Q. Why do you write books for girls?

I love to write books for kids because I remember what it was like to be that age— to be curious about God, to be part of a family, and to learn what it means to be a true friend.

Q. Was it hard to get published?

Yes. I’ve been writing a long time. I took classes on writing before I sent anything to an editor at a publishing house. I received many rejections before getting a book contract. The Christian Girl’s Guide to Style and The Girl’s Guide to Your Dream Room are my first two books.

Q. Did you ever get discouraged?

Definitely. Writing is hard work. Sometimes the words come easily and sometimes they don’t.

Q. Where do you get your ideas for your books?

Many of the stories you read in my books actually happened to me. My ideas also come from my imagination.

Q. What is the best thing about publishing books?

The best thing about publishing books is hearing from readers. I love receiving e-mails from boys and girls and their moms about how my books have made a difference in their life.

Q. Are you working on another book?

Yes! I’m always working on ideas for new books. My two newest books in print are The Beginner’s Bible Craft and Activity Book as well as the Go Bible.

Q. What is your favorite ice cream flavor?

In the town where I live there is an ice cream shop called Marianne’s Ice Cream. My favorite ice cream flavor is the 1020, which is caramel ice cream with chocolate swirl and chocolate sandwich cookies. It’s amazing! What is your favorite ice cream flavor?